Let the wise listen and add to their learning,
and let the discerning get guidance." - Proverbs 1:5
the ear of your heart."
St Benedict of Nursia
Italy ~ 480-547
Priest, twin brother to St Scholastica
Patriarch of Western Monasticism
Motto of Benedictines:
Ora et Labora ~ Pray and Work
Co-Patron of Europe
Feast Day - July 11
"What, dear brothers, is more delightful than
the voice of the Lord calling to us?" - St Benedict
"The first degree of humility
is prompt obedience." - St Benedict
“Prayer ought to be short and pure, unless it be
prolonged by the inspiration of Divine grace.” - St Benedict
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St Benedict, pray for us!
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